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The Minimum Wage Battle Is Here to Stay
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The Minimum Wage Battle Is Here to Stay

The fight will continue to drag on, state by state and city by city, over the next few years.
Jason Daley | 4 min read
Looking to Buy a Franchise? Here's How to Start

Looking to Buy a Franchise? Here's How to Start

If the cookie-cutter franchise model appeals to you, then take these first five steps.
Colleen DeBaise | 4 min read
Back to Civilian Life, Veterans Try Franchises

Back to Civilian Life, Veterans Try Franchises

Last Veteran's Day, the franchise industry announced a new program for returning soldiers. We catch up on its progress.
Dinah Wisenberg Brin
Franchise Industry to Grow in 2012 -- Report

Franchise Industry to Grow in 2012 -- Report

The coming year will see modest growth for the franchise sector, according to the International Franchise Association's annual forecast for 2012.
Catherine Clifford
Facebook Friends Franchises

Facebook Friends Franchises

The social-networking giant joins the International Franchise Association, with plans to appear at the trade group's annual meeting.
Dinah Wisenberg Brin